March 31, 2025

Birmingham City Council is facing a severe waste collection crisis, with rubbish piling up on the streets due to an ongoing industrial dispute, prompting the city to declare a major incident. The government has increased the council’s spending power by…

The UK Parliament debated the Non-Domestic Rating (Multipliers and Private Schools) Bill, focusing on Lords amendments aiming to modify the proposed changes to business rates and the taxation of private schools. The government rejected amendments that would exempt healthcare facilities…

The parliamentary session focused on the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education (Transfer of Functions etc) Bill, which aims to establish Skills England, a new executive agency to enhance the UK’s skills system. MPs debated various amendments, including proposals to…

The UK government is pushing forward with new ecodesign regulations for energy-related products in Northern Ireland, aligning with EU standards to improve sustainability and consumer benefits. Opposition members, particularly from Northern Ireland, criticized the lack of consultation for the region,…

The UK government has paused decisions on Syrian asylum claims due to the rapid changes in the country, but is constantly reviewing this pause with plans to resume processing when new, relevant information is available. Efforts are being intensified to…

Chris Philp clarified in a parliamentary session that 30,000 people have illegally crossed the English Channel since the last election, marking a 31% increase. Meanwhile, Nick Timothy raised concerns about the government’s interactions with certain organizations, citing photographic evidence and…

The Croydon Area Remodelling Scheme (CARS) aims to boost capacity and reduce congestion on the Brighton main line, a critical rail artery connecting London to the south coast. Despite widespread support, the previous government shelved CARS in 2020, leaving the…

The UK Parliament addressed the escalating political crisis in Bosnia and Herzegovina, focusing on the secessionist actions of Republika Srpska’s President Milorad Dodik, which threaten the country’s sovereignty and the Dayton peace agreement. The UK strongly supports the territorial integrity…

The UK Parliament expressed deep condolences for the victims of the devastating earthquake in Myanmar, which has worsened the already dire situation caused by ongoing conflict. The UK has pledged an additional £10 million for humanitarian aid, ensuring it reaches…

In a swift parliamentary session, the House approved the draft Agriculture (Delinked Payments) (Reductions) (England) Regulations 2025 with a vote of 296 to 164. Additionally, changes were made to the Administration and Finance Committees, with Gill Furniss and Matt Bishop…

In a heated parliamentary session, MPs debated the urgent need to reform political donation rules, driven by a petition with over 140,000 signatures. The focus was on preventing foreign interference in UK politics, with calls to close loopholes that allow…